• Accountability within Military Mental Health
    Dec 25 2024

    In this compelling episode of Psychiatric Casualties, Mark and Charles explore the chronic lack of accountability within the military's mental health system, discussing the failure to learn from past war trauma lessons and the resulting generational crises. The episode highlights the fragmented organizational structure that prevents effective mental health management and accountability. Join the conversation as they uncover the dark strategies employed by the military to avoid responsibility and the urgent need for structural reform.

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    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    52 mins
  • Part two of Faulty Diagnosis and Backdoor Discharges
    Dec 13 2024

    Mark and Charles continue the second part of discussion into the controversial topic of faulty diagnoses and backdoor discharges. They explore the historical and ongoing neglect of veterans suffering from conditions like PTSD, examining how military policies have prioritized expediency over proper care. With insights from congressional investigations and historical documents, they reveal the systemic issues that continue to affect veterans today. Join the discussion as they advocate for awareness and change in military mental health policies.

    Have questions? Experiences? Email Mark and Charles at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    53 mins
  • Systemic Issues of Faulty Diagnosis and Backdoor Discharges
    Nov 29 2024

    Mark and Charles dig into the dark side strategies of military mental health care, focusing on the systemic issues of faulty diagnosis and backdoor discharges. As they navigate through Chapter 9 of their book, they shed light on how the military's implicit policies have historically neglected the psychiatric needs of service members, leading to unjust discharges and a lack of support for veterans. With personal anecdotes and historical context, they explore the evolution of military mental health policies and the ongoing challenges faced by veterans seeking justice and support. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the hidden costs of war on mental health.

    Have questions? Experiences? Email Mark and Charles at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    51 mins
  • Transparency and Accountability of Learned Lessons of War
    Nov 8 2024

    This week's episode pivots around the military's tactics of delay and deception in addressing the psychological impact of warfare, exploring how these issues ripple through generations of military families. They discuss the historical context of mental health care in the military, revealing shocking truths about the lack of transparency and accountability. As they navigate through personal anecdotes and professional insights, they call for a cultural shift in how mental health is perceived and treated within the armed forces. This episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in the well-being of veterans and their families, as well as those interested in the broader implications of mental health care in society.

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    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    58 mins
  • Avoidance Strategy ~ Delay, Deceive and Delay Again
    Oct 25 2024

    Mark Russell and Charles Figley explore the military's strategies of delay and deception in addressing psychiatric casualties of war, as detailed in Chapter 8 of their book. Mark highlights the systemic issues that prevent effective mental health care for service members. The discussion sheds light on the historical and ongoing challenges faced by the military in acknowledging and addressing the psychological costs of warfare.

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    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    46 mins
  • Flawed Policies and Stigma
    Oct 4 2024

    In this episode, Mark and Charles explore the historical context of psychiatric screenings, the purging of perceived weaknesses, and the staggering rates of psychiatric casualties from the Civil War to modern-day conflicts. The discussion highlights the flawed policies, the stigmatization of mental health, and the hidden PTSD among elite forces. Tune in for a compelling examination of how war impacts the human psyche and the urgent need for better mental health support in the military.

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    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    47 mins
  • Purging Weakness & Pension Trauma Debate
    Sep 20 2024

    Mark and Charles talk about Chapter 7 of their book, "Psychiatric Casualties," focusing on the military's strategy of purging weakness to avoid learning from war trauma. They discuss the historical context of trauma pension debates, the ineffectiveness of psychiatric screenings, and the ongoing struggle to recognize PTSD as legitimate suffering. The episode also highlights the military's reluctance to address mental health issues and the consequences of ignoring these critical lessons.

    Table of Contents for Discussion

    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    1 hr
  • The Cost of Denial: Adaptive and Maladaptive Denial
    Sep 6 2024

    Today's episode taps into the discussion of the historical context of denial in military mental health, the consequences of this denial, and the ongoing challenges faced by service members. Mark and Charles also touch on their personal anecdotes, the role of denial in both adaptive and maladaptive forms, and the importance of accountability and systemic change.

    Table of Contents for Discussion

    For further insights and to join the conversation, reach out to Mark at mrussellphd@gmail.com. Your engagement can help pave the way for a future where military mental health is no longer a silent battlefield.

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    48 mins